Environmental Engineer I

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.

About the role

The Environmental Engineer I supports environmental planning, design, and compliance efforts for various types of projects. This role works under close supervision to assist with technical analyses, fieldwork, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental site assessments, permitting, and compliance tasks
• Perform field environmental sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, air) and data collection
• Support preparation of technical work plans and reports, permit applications, and environmental documentation (e.g., NEPA-related documents, SWPPP, SPCC)
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses
• Coordinate with internal teams (civil, geotechnical, construction)
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and safety standards
• Maintain accurate field notes and project records
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships included)
• Basic understanding of federal/state environmental regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification or ability to obtain
• Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, or environmental modeling tools
• Fieldwork experience
• Asbestos Sampling Experience

Schedule

• Combination of office and fieldwork
• Travel to project sites (0% - 20%) as part of primary responsibilities
• Onsite locations: West Sacramento, CA; Long Beach, CA; Riverside, CA; and Phoenix, AZ

Pay

Starting from USD $28.00/Hr.